Asst. Manager/ Manager - Commercial

* Drive the entire import process, ensuring seamless compliance with Bangladesh customs regulations, government policies, and relevant laws. * Architect and manage commercial contracts, Letters of Credit, and payment terms to align with government policies and regulations. * Lead cross-functional collaboration with banks, customs agents, freight forwarders, and internal stakeholders to facilitate efficient import operations. * Manage and optimize operational costs, focusing on minimizing demurrage, delay charges, and transportation expenses. * Negotiate and secure competitive freight rates and payment terms with suppliers and service providers to achieve cost savings. * Oversee the end-to-end import documentation process, ensuring swift and compliant customs clearance at ports. * Ensure adherence to Bangladesh's Customs Act, Import Policy, Foreign Exchange Policy, and relevant regulations. * Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders, including internal teams (Procurement, Production, Finance) and external partners (suppliers, customs agents, logistics providers). * Coordinate the import process from suppliers to ensure timely and efficient flow of goods via multiple transportation modes. * Communicate with overseas suppliers to track shipment schedules and resolve pre-shipment issues. * Expedite customs clearance and port operations by liaising with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and C&F agents. * Monitor cargo status at ports to minimize delays and optimize logistics operations. * Collaborate with Procurement and Inventory/Warehouse teams to align delivery schedules with production demand and maintain optimal stock levels. * Analyze and report on import operations, providing insights and recommendations to management as required.